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These Creatures Can Live in Over 750 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deep-sea creatures are some of the most skilled survivalists in the world. They endure isolation, extreme temperatures, and pure darkness…
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These Huge Crocodiles Live Deep Underground
Crocodiles tend to inhabit dens, but these resting places can typically be found just a few feet underground. However, certain…
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These Are the Biggest Great Whites Ever Found in American Waters
Learn about great white sharks like Deep Blue and Breton, and their fascinating migration patterns. Unlike the fearsome image in…
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How Whales Communicate Through Water Bubbles
Humans have long hoped to communicate with extraterrestrial life, but perhaps the most intriguing messages are coming from right here…
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What Is This Howler Monkey Saying?
Howler monkeys get their name for a pretty obvious reason: their howling. With a rough and deep tone, these monkeys…
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How Goliath Groupers Grow Into Some of the Ocean’s Largest Fish
Groupers are a diverse family of reef fish, with many species that vary in appearance. They can be small or…
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What Happens If Bees Can’t Buzz?
There is much more to a buzzing bee than we originally thought. According to a recently published study, bees use…
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How Eagles Use Incredible Vision to Hunt Fish and Other Prey
Eagles are famous for their majestic appearance and keen features. The white feathers on their heads and their bright yellow…
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Do Camels Really Eat Cactus?
With a limited amount of food available in the desert, camels have a unique diet that includes dry grasses, shrubs,…
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Why Flamingos Are Pink (and Other Fascinating Facts)
Flamingos are some of the prettiest birds around. Estimates suggest that there are between 2.5 and 3.5 million flamingos living…
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Can Your Dog Eat Raw Meat?
At first, this may seem like a ridiculous question. After all, when dogs lived in the wild, they would hardly…
Snake Facts
The Planet’s Most Elusive Serpents: 8 Rarest Snakes
Snakes are one of those animals that many people fear while being unaware of just how prevalent in our lives…
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Bear Climbs Onto a Parked Airplane
Watch this video to witness an entertaining scene a group of travelers witnessed–a lone grizzly bear letting his curiosity get…
Hawk Facts
How Much Weight Can a Hawk Carry? 3 Amazing Facts About Their Strength
How much weight can a hawk carry? The answer varies depending on the type of hawk. Though North America boasts…
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Goat vs Sheep: Do You Know the Difference?
There are some distinct personality traits that separate the sheep from the goats–while sheep are gentle and docile, goats are…
Beetle Facts
The 10 Largest Beetles in the World
With more than 350,000 described species, and many more still waiting to be discovered, beetles are among the most diverse…
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Gorillas Are the Gentle Giants of the Forest
Gorillas are the gentle giants of the forests. Despite their impressive stature and intimidating looks, it is not widely known…
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What’s Killing These Superworms?
There are some strange diseases that affect animals in the wild that humans don’t normally have to deal with. One…
Dog Lists and Rankings
Big Cat or Canine: 21 Majestic Dog Breeds That Look Like Lions
If you love dogs but secretly wonder what it would be like to have a pet lion, then perhaps a…
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Two Giant Petrels Fight Fiercely for Food
Animals are constantly in competition with each other for resources and food. Whether on land or at sea, the need…
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What Happens When Grizzly Bears and Polar Bears Mate?
Have you ever heard of a grolar bear? Grolar bears are hybrids between polar bears and grizzly bears, and are…
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The Key Differences Between a Ground Squirrel vs. Chipmunk
At first glance, it may not be easy to differentiate whether the critter running around on the ground or in…
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10 Rainforest Animals That Could Disappear in Our Lifetime
Deforestation causes a ripple effect that’s felt beyond the rainforests it destroys. Cutting down rainforests accounts for 12% of our…
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International Red Panda Day: How One Celebration Is Raising Global Awareness
The red panda, with its coppery coat and mischievous face, is one of the most captivating animals of the Himalayas.…
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This Is the World’s Largest Gecko
Thousands of gecko species live all over the world, making their home on every continent except Antarctica. These unique and…
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How Honey Badgers Build Up Venom Resistance
Honey badgers are surprisingly resilient animals for one specific reason: their resistance to toxic venoms. To better survive in the…
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Meet 10 Masters of Camouflage in the Rainforest
It’s hard to deny that rainforests have a pulse. In fact, it’s so alive that nearly every square inch of…
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7 Top-Rated Pain Relief Products for Dogs and Cats
Each September, Animal Pain Awareness Month is observed to teach pet guardians and veterinary professionals how to recognize and manage…
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The Key Differences in a Siberian Tiger vs. Bengal Tiger
Tigers are some of the most powerful predators in the world, known for their stealth and speed. There are many different…
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These Are the Biggest Snakes on Earth
From among 3,000 snake species worldwide, humans usually don’t sweat the small ones. It’s those massive snakes that could squeeze…
Animal Lists
9 Cases of Cooperation in the Animal Kingdom
In a type of relationship known as mutualism, two different species benefit from one another through cooperation. While some animals…
Insect Facts
Bugs That Look Like Cockroaches (But Aren’t!)
Have you ever found a strange, creepy-crawly bug, and wondered if it’s a cockroach? Not to worry, you’re not alone;…
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How to Tell If Your Pet Lizard Is Stressed Out
It can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience to keep a lizard as a pet. However, these little creatures require…
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How Bees Swarm Their Queen to Create a New Colony
Many people have experienced seeing a swarm of bees. It may have been in the form of thousands of bees…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Beekeeping
Beekeeping has grown in popularity in recent years, and for good reason. Honeybees are fascinating creatures that not only provide…
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The Strangest Rainforest Creatures You’ve Never Heard Of
Rainforests are home to millions of animal species, and some are yet to be discovered. Many mammals, fish, amphibians, reptiles,…
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Meet Rita Jean, the Columbus Zoo’s Newest Resident
Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) are incredibly majestic and intelligent animals. Known as the largest land animal in Asia, Asian elephants…
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Why You Might Want to Keep Spiders Around
The fall season brings with it many things. The return of the pumpkin spice latte, fall foliage, and crisp weather,…
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Should You Feed Your Dog Raw Eggs?
Most dogs love eggs and, given the chance, they would eat several at one sitting! Many dog owners share their…
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Dire Wolves Were Real-Life Beasts Straight Out of a Nightmare
When you think of dire wolves, you might think of the huge, fierce beasts in Game of Thrones. However, dire wolves…
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The Truth About Animal Trafficking
The illegal trafficking of wild animals and plants has become a huge threat to the world’s biodiversity. Wildlife trafficking accelerates…
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Secrets to Capturing the Perfect Wildlife Shot From a Wildlife Photographer
If you’re interested in wildlife photography, you likely know that capturing the perfect shot requires patience and precision. However, certain…
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The Unique Ways That Animals See the World
Animals do not see the world in the same way. Whether due to the colors they perceive, the depth they…
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The Most Common Dog Sleeping Positions and What They Mean
Sleepy dogs are so cute, whether they’re cuddled up with you or snoozing on their dog beds — or sprawled…
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Why Scientists are Tagging Hummingbirds at This Tennessee Recreation Area
The ruby-throated hummingbird weighs about the same as a single raspberry. It can beat its wings about 60 to 80…
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Which of These Snakes Is More Dangerous?
Many people suffer anxiety over the mystery surrounding water moccasins and cottonmouth snakes. Are they two separate snake species, or…
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The Easiest Way to Make Homemade Dog Toothpaste
Dog breath does not have a reputation for being super fresh! But that does not mean that you (or your…
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What is a Bush Baby, and Should They Be Kept as Pets?
If you’ve seen this adorable viral video of a bush baby playing with a small toy ball, you might have…
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What’s the Difference Between a Leopard and a Jaguar?
Leopards (Panthera pardus) and jaguars (Panthera onca) are two big cats with lots of spots, and although they look a…
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These Creatures Perfectly Illustrate Mutualism
The two animals in this YouTube clip are very different in size but have figured out a way to work…